Condoms are one of the best forms of protection during intercourse because they are cheap, can be bought anywhere, prevent pregnancy and also prevent the spread of STDs, but only work if they do not break down!
Here are six reasons why a condom may break:
1. The condom is expired . Be sure to look at the expiration date on the condom box.
2. Manner of maintenance. The heat damages latex condoms, so they should not be kept in high temperature places, such as a wallet pocket. Keep it on the medicine shelf or on the dresser.
3. Lack of lubricants. If there is strong friction during sexual intercourse, especially during anal sex, the condom may break. So be sure to use lubricated condoms or use extra lubrication if you need to.
4. You are using the wrong lubricants! If you are using latex condoms, oil-based lubricants can weaken the condom gum, so use only water-based lubricants.
5. Does not fit. If the condom is too small or too large, it can split, so experiment with condoms of different sizes to fit well - not too tight and not too loose.
6. Too much friction. Some people’s vaginal muscles are naturally tight, so more lubrication is needed to help prevent condom breakage.
